Brute Force
Timeworn Joe Collins and his fellow inmates live under the heavy thumb of the sadistic, power-tripping guard Captain Munsey. Only Collins' dreams of escape keep him going, but how can he possibly bust out of Munsey's chains?
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Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max, Criterion Channel, FlixFling, Artiflix, Fawesome, and Plex.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling.
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Frequently asked questions about Brute Force
Where can I watch Brute Force in the United States?
Brute Force is available to stream on HBO Max, Criterion Channel, FlixFling, Artiflix, Fawesome, and Plex in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Brute Force on HBO Max?
Yes. Brute Force is streaming on HBO Max in the United States, alongside Criterion Channel, FlixFling, Artiflix, Fawesome, and Plex.
Can I watch Brute Force for free?
Brute Force streams free with ads in the United States on Fawesome and Plex. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Brute Force?
Brute Force scores 7.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Brute Force?
Brute Force stars Burt Lancaster, Hume Cronyn, Charles Bickford, Yvonne De Carlo, and Ann Blyth. Jules Dassin is the director.
How long is Brute Force?
Brute Force runs 1h 38m (98 minutes).
When did Brute Force come out?
Brute Force was released on July 16, 1947.
Which studio made Brute Force?
Brute Force was produced by Mark Hellinger Productions and Universal Pictures in the United States.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.